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What are the similarities and differences between first and second language acquisition? How does Universal Grammar account for these differences?Discuss

1. Discuss in what ways, and to what extent, a theory such as Universal Grammar can or cannot explain the nature of language development. Use evidence from first and second language acquisition, bilingualism and language attrition when appropriate. 2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of learning a second language as an adult? 3. What […]